Satire
Byte Me Not: A Tech Tango Among the Silver-Haired
In the cozy living room of the Sunshine Senior Residence, two sprightly octogenarians, Edna and Mildred, found themselves grappling with the mystifying world of computers. Armed with cups of chamomile tea, they embarked on a comedic journey into the cybernetic wilderness.
By Amit Kumar Lahiri2 years ago in Humor
Apparently Our Things Need to be Polite Now
Dear Proctor & Gamble: I am sure you have read the most recent news stories detailing the importance of manners and politeness in our things. According to one well respected technology company (an oxymoron I know), the most requested attribute in any future ‘smart’ product is politeness. It seems that you have fallen a bit behind the times in both the ‘smart’ and polite categories with one of my favorite products, Charmin Ultra Soft premium toilet paper. I have yet to see a smart version hit store shelves but I am certain the brainiacs in P&G R&D have been working on it. I am writing this letter to give you my view from the consumer perspective (real VOC!) of what I would like to see in this innovative new offering.
By Everyday Junglist2 years ago in Humor
Tales from Feline Heights: The Aristocats' Banter
In the posh neighborhood of Feline Heights, where manicured lawns and luxurious catnip gardens adorned the streets, two sophisticated felines, Sir Whiskersworth and Lady Fluffington, engaged in a tête-à -tête at the elegant Catnip Café. Sporting their finest fur coats and sipping on the finest saucer of milk, they began discussing the peculiarities of the high-class society they observed.
By Amit Kumar Lahiri2 years ago in Humor
5 Ways Using an Air Conditioner in the Bedroom this Winter Improved my Well-being
Recently, so many old ideas and assumptions have been turned upside down. Eggs are now good for us. 5 minutes of HIIT exercise is more beneficial than 2 hours of running. A Paleo diet might be the key to longevity. New data from Johns Hopkins University shows promising results for turning our approach to indoor climate control in a radical new direction.
By Scott Christenson🌴2 years ago in Humor
Beyond the Viral Veil: A Comedy of Connection
In the bustling world of social media, two friends, Alex and Taylor, embarked on a quest to unravel the mysteries of internet fame. They convened at their favorite coffee shop, each armed with a laptop and an insatiable curiosity about the secrets behind going viral.
By Amit Kumar Lahiri2 years ago in Humor
Fake News Headline Challenge
When it comes to fake news headlines, The Onion remains the undisputed heavyweight champion. Of course I am referring to The Onion in its heyday, back when it still had a hard copy print edition that actually could be delivered to your door or purchased from newstands or paperboxes in large cities around the country (mostly the northeast). Yes, that is how old I am. What remains of The Onion, theonion.com is mostly a sad reminder of those halcyon days of yore. They still sell merchandise featuring some of the classics, but the headlines and stories they crank out today are a far cry from the brilliant, biting, satire and wit of their early to middle years. Of course, it could just be I am too old now to appreciate the humor. In any case, selecting the best of them is really an impossible task. There are just too many to choose from. However, for purposes of this challenge, which is to come up with the best The Onion style fake news headline, I am going to list three of my all time favorites, starting with my absolute favorite first.
By Everyday Junglist2 years ago in Humor
